Merchandiser and method of controlling game thereof

Abstract

A merchandiser and a method of controlling a game thereof are disclosed. The merchandiser includes prize cartridges that have transparent partitions among which prizes are contained, drive parts that move the respective prize cartridges, a gaming device that executes a game provided for each of identification numbers of the prize cartridges, and a controller that controls the drive part so that the prize of the prize cartridge is dropped to a prize discharge part according to a result of playing the game. Thereby, since a designated prize can be acquired according to the result of playing a game, an interest in the game can be increased.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This application claims priority to and the benefit of Korean Patent Application No. 2012-0086319, filed on Aug. 7, 2012, and Korean Patent Application No. 2013-0069537, filed on Jun. 18, 2013, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.BACKGROUND[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates to a merchandiser, and more particularly, to a merchandiser that is installed, for instance, in an amusement park arcade. The merchandiser allows people to play a game associated with a desired prize, and discharges the corresponding prize according to a result of playing the game. A method of controlling a game thereof is also described.[0004]2. Discussion of Related Art[0005]In general, merchandisers designed to augment a sense of fulfillment or entertainment, in addition to the purpose of playing a game in a game room or arcade, has recently become popular, and a heavy investment has been made in...

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Benefits of technology

The present invention is a merchandiser that solves problems with previous screw-based designs. It allows players to easily check prize levels with the naked eye and play games that have been assigned specific prizes. The controller also prevents unauthorized access to prize cartridges. The prize discharge part includes a door that pivots around a rotational shaft and a stopper to prevent the door from moving after a set amount of time has passed. This prevents players from getting prize levels faster than allowed by the game's rules. The invention has improved manufacturing costs, minimized losses from malfunctions, and increased interest in the game play.

Problems solved by technology

These structures have problems in that they are considerably complicated, require a great deal of production costs, and are bulky.

Particularly, since the machines are complicated, the exhibited prizes are slightly exposed, and an exhibition effect cannot be expected.

There is additionally a problem in that an exhibition part is separately installed.

Further, when the motor is merely driven, the prize is not stopped at an accurate position and is inconsistently pushed.

When the prize is hanging at a short distance, it may be prematurely discharged.

When the prizes are hung, they cannot be uniformly hung, which leads to slight inconveniences.

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